To start, sign out of your Chromebook completely. Then press and hold Control-Alt-Shift-R, and select Restart. When the reset window appears, choose Powerwash, then click Continue.

How to Wipe Your Computer Hard Drive & Literally Start All Over. Wiping your computer's hard drive is a somewhat drastic yet highly effective measure to restore your computer to peak operating ...

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Whether you want to sell your Windows PC, Mac, or Chromebook or give it a fresh start, you need to wipe it first. Here's how.

This is the time of year when PC makers offer irresistible deals on new hardware. If you've taken advantage of a Black Friday or Cyber Monday deal to replace your old Windows PC with a shiny new model ...

What is a factory reset? That's when you wipe your computer's hard drive and reinstall its operating system. Doing this reverts your computer to its pristine state, deleting all your personal ...

Before you resell, recycle, or donate an old laptop or desktop, learn how to wipe a computer clean and protect your personal data.

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Got an old laptop laying around? By selling it or donating it to someone, you can clear up space in your home, maybe earn ...